entertain

UK
/ˌɛntəˈteɪn/
US
/ˌɛntərˈteɪn/

Translations

entertainverb
entertained
Past Simple
entertained
Past Participle
entertaining
Gerund
UK
/ˌɛntəˈteɪn/
US
/ˌɛntərˈteɪn/
She tried to entertain herself with a book while waiting.
Она пыталась занять себя книгой, пока ждала.
The clown will entertain the children at the party.
Клоун будет развлекать детей на вечеринке.
Additional translations

Definitions

entertainverb
To provide someone with amusement or enjoyment.
The comedian entertained the audience with his hilarious jokes.
To receive and take care of guests, especially by providing food and drink.
They entertained their friends with a lavish dinner party.
To consider or allow oneself to think about an idea or suggestion.
She entertained the possibility of moving to a new city for a fresh start.